I am looking to buy a DICE Ipod integration (the one that attaches behind the radio). I have an 06 MCS with H/K sound system. I had the OEM Mini ipod adapter but it did not display song names or artists on the radio display and it also did not allow me to control anything on the ipod while plugged in. My question is: will the Dice ipod integration fix both of these things? Will it display song names/artists on the radio display and allow me to use the controls on the ipod while plugged in?

This is the integration that I am looking at:
http://www.outmotoring.com/mini-coop...interface.html

 

yes. the product description says so

"The DICE SILVERLINE iPod integration kit will also display text from your iPod onto your MINI's Radio display allowing you to view Artist, Song Title and Album name while both hands are safe on the steering wheel. "

and

"
New features of DICE SILVERLINE iPod Integration kit include:

- Direct integrated connection, without the need for FM transmitters or cassette adapters
- Full Text Display (3/2005+ MINIs only)
- Full control of your iPod via the radio buttons while in play
- Browse by Individual Song
- Browse by Individual Playlist
- Browse by Individual Albums
- Source Selector w/ Integrated AUX input
- Album Selection
- Full charging mode for iPods through included dock connector"

 

It locks the iPod controls though, you can only use the radio or steering wheel controls.